Client Manager

Recruitment Solutions; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great bonus

Benefits

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Client Manager for their Reading office. The role focuses on managing a varied SME client portfolio, acting as a trusted advisor on accounting, taxation and business matters, while mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate has circa 5 years UK practice experience, ACA/ACCA qualification (not essential), and resides within a 45-minute commute. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Approximately 5 years UK practice experience.
• ACA or ACCA qualification (not essential).
• Able to commute within ~45 minutes of Banbury/Reading.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of SME, owner-managed and limited company clients.
• Review statutory accounts, management accounts and tax returns prepared by junior team members.
• Act as primary point of contact for clients, providing commercial and financial guidance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and meetings.
• Support clients with business growth plans, profitability improvements and strategic decision-making.
• Mentor and review work of junior staff and trainees.
• Coordinate with HMRC and other bodies as required.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional services and add value to client relationships.

Skills

Client management

Relationship building

Financial guidance

Mentoring juniors

Strategic planning

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Progressive Practice Opportunity! Friendly & Supportive Team!

• Are you an experienced Accounts Senior or Client Manager looking for a new role?
• Can you confidently manage a portfolio of clients whilst building strong, long-term professional relationships?
• Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking accountancy practice where you genuinely feel valued?

Whether you're an established Client Manager looking for a fresh challenge or an experienced Accountant ready to take the next step - We want to hear from you!

Overview

An established and highly respected Chartered Accountancy Practice is looking to appoint a NEW Client Manager within their Reading office. The firm has built an excellent reputation for delivering outstanding client service and has continued to grow through long-standing relationships and referrals.

This position will be responsible for managing a varied portfolio of clients, acting as their trusted advisor on a range of accounting, taxation and business matters; whilst supporting and developing junior members of the team.

This role is Monday-Friday with flexibility and hybrid working options available.

Salary is dependent on experience/qualifications. Higher salaries can be discussed.

Great bonus and benefits.

Duties

• Manage a diverse portfolio of SME, owner-managed business and limited company clients
• Review statutory accounts, management accounts and tax returns prepared by junior team members
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing commercial and financial guidance
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and meetings
• Support clients with business growth plans, profitability improvements and strategic decision-making
• Ensure client deadlines and compliance requirements are met accurately and on time
• Mentor, support and review the work of junior and part-qualified staff
• Liaise with HMRC and other professional bodies where required
• Identify opportunities to provide additional services and add value to existing client relationships
• Work closely with Partners and Directors on more complex client matters and business development initiatives

What we're looking for

A successful candidate for this role will be able to demonstrate circa 5 years prior UK Practice experience with exposure to duties named above. Ideally be ACA or ACCA qualified (or not essential) and live within a 45 minute commute of Banbury.